Sindicato Cigars
Affinity Maduro
Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro is a medium-full strength cigar made in Nicaragua at La Zona Cigar Factory. It pairs Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper; Nicaraguan binder; Nicaraguan / Dominican Republic blend filler. The catalog lists 2 sizes, from 5 × 50 to 6 × 52.
- Maker
- Sindicato Cigars
- Wrapper
- Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro
- Binder
- Nicaraguan
- Filler
- Nicaraguan / Dominican Republic blend
- Country
- Nicaragua
- Factory
- La Zona Cigar Factory
- Strength
- medium-full
- Sizes
- 2 · 5 × 50 to 6 × 52
Blend details are claims from manufacturer and trade sources. Blends can change between releases.
What it tastes like
what the wrapper usually bringsSindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar.
How to smoke it
rules of thumb- Time: plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min for a 6-inch size.
- When: Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
- Pair with: port, stout, or a sweet bourbon.
- Pace: about a puff a minute keeps it cool and lets the flavors change from third to third. Do not inhale.
- Before lighting: cut just above the cap line, toast the foot evenly, and take a cold draw to check it.
Sizes
2 in the catalogWhat to try next
matched on wrapper, strength, origin, factorySindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro questions
What does Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro taste like?
Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper. Connecticut broadleaf wrappers tend toward dark chocolate, molasses and a heavy sweetness. That is the leaf's general character, not a tasting note for this cigar; log a smoke in CigarMind to record your own.
How strong is Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro?
Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro is listed as medium-full strength. Medium to full: best after a meal, when you can give it your attention.
Is Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro good for beginners?
It is a stronger cigar. Most newer smokers are better served starting milder and working up to it. Smoke it slowly, a puff a minute or so, and do not inhale.
Where is Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro made?
Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro is made in Nicaragua at La Zona Cigar Factory, according to manufacturer and trade sources.
What wrapper does Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro use?
Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro uses a Connecticut Broadleaf Maduro wrapper over a Nicaraguan binder, with Nicaraguan / Dominican Republic blend filler. Blends can change between releases, so check the band year if it matters to you.
What sizes does Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro come in?
The CigarMind catalog lists 2 sizes: Robusto (5 × 50) and Toro (6 × 52). Each size has its own page with the full blend.
How long does it take to smoke Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro?
For a 6-inch size, plan on about 1 hour to 1 h 30 min. That is a rule of thumb of 10 to 15 minutes per inch at a relaxed pace, a puff about once a minute.
What drink goes with Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro?
With a broadleaf wrapper, common pairings are port, stout, or a sweet bourbon. Match the drink's weight to the cigar's: lighter drinks for milder cigars, darker spirits for fuller ones.
What cigars are similar to Sindicato Cigars Affinity Maduro?
Cigars with a similar build include CAO Flathead, Tatuaje TAA Exclusive Series and Luciano Maria Lucia. They share broadleaf wrapper, medium-full strength, made in Nicaragua. Similarity here is by wrapper, strength, origin and factory, not by a tasting panel.